Teoria da relatividade restrita de Einstein para alunos do ensino médio utilizando filmes de ficção científica como recurso didático

Abstract

The theory o of restricted relativity, developed by physicist Albert Einstein, considers that time and space are intrinsically related. According to the theory of special relativity, at speeds close to that of light, time and space become relative. The purpose of this work is to use a teaching strategy that facilitates the understanding of these concepts through a didactic sequence using entertainment as a facilitating and meaningful action with the presentation of science fiction films, Interstellar (2014) and Planet of the Apes (1968), acclaimed by film critics, which clearly present the foundations of Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity. The educational product was applied to a 2nd grade high school class at a state public school in the city of Manaus-AM. Having Ausubel's significant learning as its theoretical basis, the film was shown in line with the presentation of Einstein's postulates and some concepts from the Special Theory of Relativity so that the confrontation between common sense and the study of science could take place, so that students could achieve realize the importance of building physical knowledge as a significant part of the learning process. The data collected was analyzed qualitatively and, as an educational product, we present a text to support teachers who wish to use films with an investigative approach to teaching scientific concepts.